tech π SpaceX satellites could create massive space e-waste
SpaceX's proposed million-strong AI data center satellite megaconstellation raises serious e-waste concerns. The system, planned by SpaceX, would eject significant materials into orbit over its expected lifespan. With 200,000 satellites decommissioning annually, 1,000 tons of copper and 170 kilograms of gold could be lost yearly. This mirrors the materials found in moderately sized asteroids, suggesting a reverse mining scenario. The overall impact highlights the challenge of material sustainability beyond Earth's atmosphere. π°οΈ